All TDSB parents and guardians are welcome to attend this free event which will include over a dozen workshops, a keynote speaker, information marketplace and networking opportunities. Click here for workshops descriptions.

Dr. Shanker’s five-step Self-Reg model, The Shanker Method®, is a powerful process for understanding and managing stress in children, youth and adults.

This annual event is hosted to the Parent Involvement Advisory Council (PIAC) which works to to support parent engagement to improve student achievement and well-being and to enhance accountability of the education system. The 2017 conference is in collaboration with Middle Childhood Matters Coalition Toronto an active group of concerned social service agencies and community members working with parents across the GTA to increase access to high-quality out-of-school programs for all children ages 6-12.

DCTI, in partnership with Sick Kids Hospital, invites parents and caregivers to an interactive workshop, The 411 on Teens and Substance. The session will feature John Westwood, Social Worker with Sick Kids Hospital, helping parents to learn more about drug use and prevention strategies.

The discussion will include an exploration of the types of substances teens are using, signs of drug use, responses to drug use and helpful strategies for prevention. Plenty of time will be allowed for parent and caregiver questions and conversation.

In April and May, the Danforth School Council, in partnership with Integra (Child Development Institute) has hosted a series of workshops for parents and caregivers, Walk a Mile: Helping Parents to Better Understanding of Learning Challenges. Through a blend of information sharing, discussion and hands-on activities, workshop facilititator, Dr. Marjory Phillips, Clinical Psychologist, has helped parents and caregivers learn more about the impact of learning disabilities and to develop strategies for supporting student achievement.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute is located at 800 Greenwood Ave., two blocks west of the Greenwood subway station. Limited on-street parking is available along Strathmore on the south side of the school and Glebeholme on the north side.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact Danforth CTI School Council by e-mail: DCTI.SchoolCouncil [at] tdsb.on.ca

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Ticketing is free and primarily for planning purposes. You do not need to bring a printed ticket to the event.

Bring your questions, learn about helpful resources from experts, and discuss what’s working and what isn’t. We’ll discuss TDSB guidelines, successful strategies, our challenges, best practices from our community, and how school fundraising works.

At this meeting we will also have an election to fill the vacant Ward 15 Alternative Representative position for the Parent Involvement Advisory Committee (PIAC).

This is an experiential workshop that engages participants in a series of activites designed to give them an understanding of what it may feel like to have learning disabilities. Through these exercises, participants will gain knowledge about current thinking in the field of learning disabilities and a practical understanding of how they may affect mental health and everyday life at home and at school.

Many students struggle with learning; some have identified learning disabilities; all benefit from supportive and knowledgeable staff and caregivers. In this workshop, participants will gain an understanding of the relationship between learning disabilities and mental health. We will explore signs and indicators of anxiety and depression, and we will learn strategies to support good mental health.

High school years can be stressful socially for teens. In this workshop, we will discuss why students with learning disabilities have a particular risk of social challenges with peers. Participants will gain an understanding of social competence and learn strategies for supporting students in learning important social skills for everyday life.

Organization, problem-solving and self-regulation – all are critical skills for students. This workshop provides participants with an understanding of executive function or higher order thinking for youth with learning disabilities. It offers practical strategies to support the development of executive function and self-regulation that can contribute to success for any student.

You can learn more about the EQAO exam structure and scheduling. Math teachers also will explain how students are being prepared in the classsroom and grading practices for DCTI math courses. You’ll get hands-on practice working on sample EQAO questions to prepare you to support your student as they get ready for the exam.